John Wilson spent a decade living for the party... literally. As a successful music promoter, he was booking names like Luke Bryan and Luke Combs while privately battling the weight of childhood trauma, substance abuse, and a marriage on the brink. But one reluctant “yes” to promoting a Christian concert changed everything. In this episode, John opens up to Megan about his raw journey: from growing up locked away in a basement to becoming the founder of Light The Way Ministries. He shares how faith restored his life, his marriage, and his purpose, and how that same mission is now leading thousands to Christ through massive events like their upcoming festival at Thunder Ridge. It’s a story of redemption, reconciliation, and the unexpected ways God works.

John Wilson spent a decade living for the party... literally. As a successful music promoter, he was booking names like Luke Bryan and Luke Combs while privately battling the weight of childhood trauma, substance abuse, and a marriage on the brink. But one reluctant &ldquo;yes&rdquo; to promoting a Christian concert changed everything. In this episode, John opens up to Megan about his raw journey: from growing up locked away in a basement to becoming the founder of Light The Way Ministries. He shares how faith restored his life, his marriage, and his purpose, and how that same mission is now leading thousands to Christ through massive events like their upcoming festival at Thunder Ridge. It&rsquo;s a story of redemption, reconciliation, and the unexpected ways God works.

The Real Deal Conversations with Megan Deal shares real stories and meaningful conversations to encourage, inspire, and equip you for life's challenges—whether it’s mental health, relationships, work, or leadership.

Through personal experiences and insightful discussions, Megan and her guests work to foster empathy, build connections, and remind you that you're not alone.

New episodes drop every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or at aroundtheozarks.com!

The Real Deal Conversations with Megan Deal shares real stories and meaningful conversations to encourage, inspire, and equip you for life's challenges&mdash;whether it&rsquo;s mental health, relationships, work, or leadership.
Through personal experiences and insightful discussions, Megan and her guests work to foster empathy, build connections, and remind you that you're not alone.
New episodes drop every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or at aroundtheozarks.com!

The Real Deal Conversations

The Real Deal Conversations with Megan Deal shares real stories and meaningful conversations to encourage, inspire, and equip you for life's challenges&mdash;whether it&rsquo;s mental health, relationships, work, or leadership.
Through personal experiences and insightful discussions, Megan and her guests work to foster empathy, build connections, and remind you that you're not alone.
New episodes drop every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or at aroundtheozarks.com!